Media 'Shield Law' Stalls Over National Security Concerns

Media 'Shield Law' Stalls Over National Security Concerns

A “shield law” that could make journalists virtually untouchable by federal prosecutors was stalled in the Senate over concerns raised by both Republicans and the Department of Justice. It is unclear whether or not these concerns could cause the bill to stall permanently.

Republicans were able to overcome a barrage of support by over 70 media organizations, and lodge complaints about the bill’s potential to put national security decisions in the hands of judges with no national security experience.

“A number of us feel very, very strongly in that very sensitive intelligence matters are continually being leaked,” said Judiciary...